Ancient Egyptian Design Tactics

Lesson 1: Vietnamese Figure Study

Start with a clear silhouette built almost entirely from straight lines. Extend the lines with a ruler and look for the relationships between them.

Vietnamese Figure Study. Pencil on paper. Original: 10 × 8 cm.

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Lesson 1 practice sheet: Vietnamese Figure Study by Tommy Hoppe, with geometric construction lines.

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  1. 01

    Print the sheet

    Choose Letter or A4 and print at actual size. Have a pencil, ruler and compass ready.

  2. 02

    Try one tactic

    Follow a lesson, then work through one construction yourself. Keep your guide lines and false starts.

  3. 03

    Bring it back

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Ancient Egyptian Design Tactics

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